There are many job-serach scams to watch out for. There's never a shortage of human scum: people who put their energy into taking from and taking advantage of others. As a jobseeker, you can be taken advantage of too. Years ago, we could spot certain scams like these: "Work From Home and Earn … [Read more...] about Job-Search Scams You Should Be Aware Of
Reference Checking Services For Jobseekers (In-Depth Guide)
Professional reference checking services are important to hiring. Consider this... You got the interview, and it seemed to go well. The interviewer says, “We just need to check your references and we’ll get back to you.” But the next time you talk to the interviewer, there’s a different tone — they … [Read more...] about Reference Checking Services For Jobseekers (In-Depth Guide)
Headhunters: The Truth About Working With Them (In-Depth Guide)
Got your eye on working with a headhunter/recruiter? Below we have broken down this in-depth online guide into various “chewable” parts so you can go to the section you need the most help with. Here's a breakdown of what we cover: Intro to Finding/Working With Headhunters/Recruiters … [Read more...] about Headhunters: The Truth About Working With Them (In-Depth Guide)
How to Optimize Your LinkedIn Profile (In-Depth Guide)
You no longer have a choice. Jobseekers like LinkedIn too because it's one of the most effective ways to establish a presence online. Best of all, LinkedIn’s basic features are free for professionals like you. A LinkedIn profile is a marketing piece. Your profile provides enough information to … [Read more...] about How to Optimize Your LinkedIn Profile (In-Depth Guide)